Capital Accountant

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project•Vancouver, BC

6d•CA$99,507 - CA$124,384

About The Position

Reporting to the Mine Controller, the Capital Accountant will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operation capital accounting, capital budgeting, the AFE process for approval of capital spending, project expense monitoring, and fixed asset accounting. BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc. (“Artemis”), a growth-oriented gold development company focused on the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia. The company achieved its first gold and silver pour in January 2025 and declared commercial production on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG.

Requirements

2-4 years in finance or accounting, with exposure to capital budgeting or project accounting.
Basic understanding of capital budgeting techniques (e.g., discounted cash flow analysis), financial modeling, and accounting software (e.g., ERP systems like Pronto, SAP or Oracle).
Familiarity with mining cost structures, such as capital costs for drilling, hauling, or processing equipment.
Canadian GAAP/IFRS standards for resource companies.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in mining, resources, or a capital-intensive industry is preferred but not required for this junior role.
CPA designation or equivalent is an asset.
Strong verbal and written skills for preparing financial reports and collaborating with non-finance teams (e.g., mine operators and engineers); ability to explain complex financial data in simple terms.
Comfortable in a fast-paced mining environment, including potential site visits to remote locations in British Columbia, with flexibility to handle shifting priorities like budget revisions due to gold price fluctuations or operational changes.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining the annual capital budget for the gold mine, including forecasting expenditures for equipment, infrastructure, and development projects, while aligning with production goals and financial targets.
Prepare regular reports on capital spending, variances, and project performance, utilizing financial software to track metrics such as ROI, NPV, and IRR for mining-specific initiatives like exploration or mill upgrades.
Coordinate the Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) process, including preparing, reviewing, and tracking AFEs for capital projects, ensuring approvals are obtained and expenditures are documented in compliance with internal policies.
Track and analyze capital-related costs (e.g., equipment purchases, construction contracts, and site development), identifying variances and recommending adjustments to stay within budget constraints.
Ensure all capital activities adhere to financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS) and provincial regulations specific to British Columbia mining, such as those under the Mines Act, while supporting internal and external audits.
Work with mine engineers, operations teams, and senior finance staff to gather data for capital planning, providing financial insights to support decision-making on projects like mine expansion or equipment replacement.
Support long-term capital forecasting, analyzing trends in gold production and market conditions to inform budgeting decisions and mitigate financial risks.
Maintain accurate records of capital budgets, AFEs, and related financial documents, ensuring accessibility for reporting and compliance purposes.